APC PMP4D surge protector
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1. Remove the connectors one at a time from the existing board and insert them into the appropriate connector on the replacement board Install the replacement board into the panel install the nuts and tighten securely Close and secure the cabinet door and apply power to the SPD a HIGH VOLTAGE Display Board Cabinet Door Cabinet not shown E Figure 6 Display Board Locator Diagram Page 13 Diagnostic Board Removal and Replacement Instructions To remove and replace the Diagnostic Board refer to Figure 7 and proceed as follows 1 2 3 Disconnect power to the SPD Remove the board from the standoffs Remove the connectors one at a time from the existing board and insert them into the appropriate connector on the replacement board Install the replacement board onto the standoffs Board l O i Diagnostic O e l 2 Cabinet Interior Door not shown O O Q Figure 7 Diagnostic Board Locator Diagram Surge Module Removal and Replacement Instructions Surge modules within the SPD may become damaged and require replacement To remove and replace a surge mod ule refer to Figure 8 and proceed as follows 1 2 Page 14 Disconnect power to the SPD Open the door on the unit by loosening the two screws that secure the door latches in place Slide the top latch upward and rot2. ooooccnccnicnnonnonnnoncnanonnconccnnconn cono nonnn rn non crono nn nora con non nc onncnnecnnnns 5 Figure 2 Basic PM3 Configuration and Wiring Diagram eeesssesesesreessreersrrererrereereereresereresreresre 7 Figure 3 Basic PM4 Configuration with Disconnect Switch OptiON oooonnnicnnnnocnnononcnncnnncnnancnnonnso 8 Figure 4 Status Panel with Surge Counter Option ce eeeseeseeeecesseceeeeceseeeneeeeneeeaeceeeeceaeeenaeeeee 10 Figure 5 Troubleshooting Flow Chart ccc eee ceseeesceeeeseseseeeeecaeesaeseeecseesaecaecsaecnecaeeeeeneseaeenes 12 Figure 6 Display Board Locator Diagram oooooncnnnnnonnoncnononnconnonnccnncnnonnncnonnnonnnnnnrnn crac cnn ccn corn ccn nono 13 Figure 7 Diagnostic Board Locator DiagraM o cocccncnonnnononcononnnncnnnnnonnnnnonnnnnononn cnn nono nn cnn nnncn non ncnnnos 14 Figure 8 Surge Module Removal and Replacement ococoninnnccnonnnonononcnncnnncnnconncononnncnnnnnn ran cnncnncnnos 15 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the APC SurgeArrest PM3 or PM4 Series Surge Protection Device The APC modular Surge Protection Device SPD is a high quality high energy surge attenuation system that has been designed to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient voltage surges Proper installation is impera tive to maximize the surge suppressor s effectiveness and performance Read and understand all information contained in this manual prior to installation This manual is to be used as
3. Disconnect all WHITE Neutal Wires from PCB Terminals then Check ALL Modules and Fuses for Open Short Circuit Conditions with OHM Meter y Modules on the Same Phase Replace Fuse s Replace Bad Module s Fuse s and any other Energize SPD and Verify Proper Operation 7 Proper Operation SPD Not Operating Properly y No Possible Diagnostic Board Failure END Call APC Technical Support 1 800 800 4APC Figure 5 Troubleshooting Flow Chart Page 12 MAINTENANCE OF THIS SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY DURING NORMAL OPERATION HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE UNIT WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAU TIONS ALL POWER SOURCES TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BE LOCKED OFF BEFORE SERVICING THIS WILL PREVENT THE RISK OF RECEIVING AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK Display Board Removal amp Replacement Instructions To remove the Display board refer to Figure 6 and proceed as follows 1 2 Disconnect power to the SPD Open the door on the unit by loosening the two screws that secure the door latches in place Slide the top latch upward and rotate it so that it no longer secures the door Slide the bottom latch downward and rotate it so that it no longer secures the door Remove the nuts that secure the display board to the panel then remove the board
4. Pin Contact Type 1 Normally Closed 1 2 Common 1 3 Normally Open 1 4 7 Normally Closed 2 5 8 Common 2 6 9 Normally Open 2 For custom applications using Dry Contacts please note the following information The Dry Contacts are designed for low voltage or control signals only Maximum switching current is 1 amp Maximum switching voltage is 24 volts DC or AC Higher energy application may require additional relay implementation outside the PM Damage to the PM s relay caused by implementation with energy levels in excess of those discussed in this manual will not be covered by warranty Corrective Maintenance Repair Surge Protection Devices SPD are designed for years of reliable trouble free operation Unfortunately even the most reliable equipment can fail Built in diagnostics are an integral part of the SPD and will aid in isolating which of the protection module s have failed To keep the SPD operating at peak performance replacement of any bad module should be performed accord ing to surge module removal and replacement instructions at the earliest service opportunity If a single module on a particular phase fails the fuse takes the module off line It is recommended by APC that if a module fails on any specific phase that all modules be replaced at the same time according to module removal instructions that follow Standard troubleshooting procedures should be used to isolate other problems not associated
5. F to 60 C 140 P Avoid exposing the unit to areas of high condensation All of the packaging materials should be left intact until the unit is ready for installation If the unit has been stored for an extended period of time it may be necessary to clean the unit and make a complete inspection of the unit prior to installing and placing it into service Page 1 LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS The following paragraphs provide information and guidance about what should be taken into consideration before installing an APC SPD Environment The unit is designed to operate indoors in an ambient temperature range of 40 C 40 F to 60 C 140 F with a relative humidity of 0 to 95 non condensing The standard unit is in a Type 1 industrial use enclosure intended for indoor use Primarily it provides a degree of protection against contact with the enclosed equipment It should not be installed in areas with excessive dust flammable materials corrosive vapors or explosive atmospheres Surge Counter option has an operating temperature range of 0 C 32 F to 60 C 140 F Audible Noise The unit background noise is negligible and does not restrict the location of the installation Mounting and Cabinet Data The PM Series is designed to be wall mounted Unit model sizes and weights are defined in Table 1 Table 1 PM3 and PM4 Dimensions and Weights 12 W x 12 H x 6 25 D 30 48 x 30 48 x 16 13 cm Weight Shipping Weig
6. Surge Counter Displays the total number of surges Alarm encountered by the SPD Figure 4 Status Panel with Surge Counter Option Surge Counter Option In units so equipped the surge counter option provides a means to total the number of transient voltage surges encountered since the counter was last reset The surge counter circuitry includes a supercap This will provide power up to four days to retain memory should a power outage occur NOTE There is a 10 15 minute charging cycle once power is connected before the surge counter operates The Surge Counter registers the sum of L N and L G transient surges There are Count and Reset touchpads Pressing the Count touchpad increments the counter by one Pressing the Reset touchpad resets the counter to zero count Page 10 Dry Contacts Option The Dry Contacts option utilize a DB 9 connector This feature provides two sets of both normally open NO and normally closed NC contacts through the DB 9 connector These relay contacts can be used for remote indication of the SPD s operating status by changing state when there is an alarm condition Examples could include a computer interface board an emergency management system etc The relay contact pin arrangement is defined in Table 3 Please note the jumpered connections Pins 7 8 amp 9 do not represent a third set of contacts Table 3 Relay Contact Pin Arrangement
7. a guide for installing the device The procedures contained in this manual are not intended to supercede local or national electical codes Check all applicable electrical codes to assure compliance In all instances local and or national electric code requirements are to be followed This device must be installed by a licensed electrician The electrician should follow the steps outlined in this man ual to insure proper installation A copy of the installer s invoice detailing the installation of this device is required in order to obtain warranty service for the device The PM Series modular product line is a parallel SPD designed for service entrance and downstream panelboard applications The PM Series has one module per phase and is available with a 120kA or 160kA per phase rating All APC products are extensively tested according to industry standards as set by IEEE C62 41 and C62 45 for Categories A B and C The connection method of these devices may require several feet of wire Increased lead length adversely affects clamping voltages Save this manual It includes instructions for obtaining warranty service and replacement parts INSTALLATION During installation into an electrical system SPD s must NOT be energized until the electrical system is completely installed inspected and tested All conductors must be connected and functional including the neutral if required The voltage rating of the device and system must alwa
8. because conditions vary from location to location inspections for failed modules and other signs of trouble utilizing the built in diagnos tics should be performed on a routine basis weekly or monthly Page 15 Replacement Parts Listing APC offers the items listed in Table 4 as field replaceable items Table 4 Replacement Parts List APC Model Voltage System Description Part Works With Number M4 208 120V 3 Phase WYE 160kA Phase Module all PMP4 units 240 120V Split Phase M4N 208 120V 3 Phase WYE 160kA N G Module all PMP4 units 240 120V Split Phase MG4 480 27 7V 160kA Phase Module all PMG4 units MG4N 480 27 7V 160kA N G Module all PMG4 units ML4 347 600 160kA Phase Module all PML4 units ML4N 347 600 160kA N G Module all PML4 units M3 208 120V 3 Phase WYE 120kA Phase Module all PMP3 units 240 120V Split Phase M3N 208 120V 3 Phase WYE 120kA N G Module all PMP3 units 240 120V Split Phase MG3 480 277V 120kA Phase Module all PMG3 units MG3N 480 277V 120kA N G Module all PMG3 units ML3 600 347V 120kA Phase Module all PML3 units ML3N 600 347V 120kA N G Module all PML3 units RF all Fuse for all modular units all modular units DB 208 120V 3 Phase WYE 120 Volt Diagnostic PCB all modular PMP PMF units 240 120V Split Phase DBG 480 277V 277 Volt Diagnostic PCB all modular PMG units DBL 600 347V 347 Volt Diagnostic PCB all modular PML units SB all Surge Counter P
9. bonded to all other available electrodes building steel metal water pipes driven rods etc For sensitive electronics and computer systems it is recommended that the ground impedance measurement be 25 ohms or less When a metallic raceway is used as an additional grounding conductor an insulated grounding conductor should be run inside the raceway Adequate electrical continuity must be maintained at all raceway connections Do not use iso lating bushings to interrupt a metallic raceway run A separate isolated ground for the SPD is NOT recommended _ On 4 Wire Power Systems neutral to around bonding should be installed per the NEC Failure to do so could cause equipment damage Page 4 Parallel Connection When making a parallel type of connection Figure 1 the length of the wiring to the Surge Protection Device SPD must be kept as short as possible to substantially enhance the performance Long wire runs are to be avoided if the unit is to perform as intended To Protected Loads Proa Phase A Phase B Phases Phase C Neutral Bus Neutral Neutral if used if used Ground Ground Ground Bus Interconnecting Wiring Minimize Length Avoid Sharp Bends Figure 1 Typical Parallel Connections To reduce the impedance the wire displays to surge currents the phase neutral if used and ground conductors are to be routed within the same con
10. nd FEATURES onnie o 9 Status Panel Controls Indicators and AlarmS ooocoocnnonocinoncccnnnccononnncnnnnoncnnnncnnnnoconnnnononnaronnnnarinnnnos 10 Surge Counter NT 10 Dry Contacts ODIOM eree ii videedoubentuaus EEA E A EREE AR RERA RRT 10 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE Repair c cecceescesseesceseeeeecseeececaeesneceecsaecnecaeeeeceseeeeeeneeeeeeneeaes 11 Troubleshooting in devel r E taveateocs tesuaveaaavussues E ETTET 11 Display Board Removal and Replacement InstrUCtIONS ooconccnonnnocconcnncconcononancnn conc cano nn non corn ncnnconoo 13 Diagnostic Board Removal and Replacement InstructiONS oooooconncnonccononconncnnnnconnnnoncconcconnncnnncnnnos 14 Surge Module Removal and Replacement Instructions oooccnnoniccnonnnoncononanonnnonncnnnon cnn nocononnccnncnnnnns 14 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Inspection and Cleaning cccccecceeccesceteeeeceeeeeeeeneeneeeneenes 15 REPLACEMENT PARTS DIS Totti al 16 LIMITED WARRANTY colonia rta lee 17 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ocio Sa ada 17 Contents continued Tables Table 1 PM3 and PM4 Dimensions and Weights ooooooonncccococonncconcconnnconnconcnoonnononccnnoconncnnne non nncnnncns 2 Table 2 Voltage Rating and Service Type by Model ooooncoconoccnocinccconconconoconcnnocncnnnonnonnnonnnnnninnnnos 4 Table 3 Relay Contact Pin Arrangementen genen n r EAA E AONANE 11 Table 4 ReplacementiParts Eisto ir E E E E EE A 16 Figures Figure 1 Typical Parallel Connections
11. voltage rating by checking the nameplate voltage or model number The service type should match the intended power source See Table 2 for the voltage rating and ser vice type of the SPD Table 2 Voltage Rating and Service Type by Model Model Number Voltage Rating and Service Type PMP3 PMP3D PMP4 and PMP4D 120 240 Volts Single Phase PMF3 PMF3D PMF3S PMF4 and PMF4D 120 208 Volts 3 Phase WYE 5 Wire PMG3 PMG3D PMG4 PMG4D PMGAS and PMG4DS 277 480 Volts 3 Phase WYE 5 Wire PML3 PML3D PML3S PML4 PML4D PML4S and PML4DS 347 600 Volts 3 Phase WYE 5 Wire Terminals Terminals have been provided inside the APC modular SPD units for line phase neutral if used and equipment safety ground connections Terminal wire size range for all models is 8 AWG 1 AWG Installation torque is 65 inch pounds System Grounding An equipment grounding conductor must be used on all electrical circuits connected to the SPD This requirement is primarily for safety although SPD performance is enhanced by proper grounding Proper operation of any surge sup pression system or device depends on a proper grounding system Incorrect grounding practices will reduce the effec tiveness or interfere with SPD system operation and performance as well as endanger personnel and equipment For the best performance use a single point ground system where the service entrance grounding electrode system is con nected to and
12. CB all modular units with Surge Counter DPB all Display PCB all 120 160kA units without Surge Counter DPBS all Display PCB with Surge Counter all 120 160kA units with Surge Counter Page 16 Limited Warranty APC warrants it s AC panel protection products against defects in workmanship and materials for 5 years from the date of original purchase The panel protection device must be installed by a qualified and licensed electrician in order to qualify for warranty proctection Liability is limited to the replacement of the defective product A Return Material Authorization must be given by APC prior to the return of any product see Technical Support and Customer Service A copy of the invoice from the installer electrician or electrical service company must accompany the defective device being returned If the return of a device is authorized by APC APC will immediately ship a replacement unit to the customer Along with the replacement unit APC will include a pre paid shipping tag for the return of the originally defective unit The replace ment unit will not be warranteed unless the defective unit is received by APC Under no circumstance is APC responsible for the cost of removal or installation of any panel protection device APC also offers unlimited replacement of modular and component parts within the warranty period previously described The company specifically disclaims all other warranties expressed or implied Additio
13. ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAU TIONS ALL POWER SOURCES TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BE LOCKED OFF BEFORE SERVICING THIS WILL PREVENT THE RISK OF RECEIVING AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK Equipment Performance To obtain the maximum system performance the unit must be located as close to the circuit to be protected as possi ble minimizing the interconnecting wire length For every foot of wire length approximately one 1 nanosecond of turn on turn off time will be added and approximately 175 volts 6kV 3kA 8 20 microseconds will be added to the clamp voltage For optimum transient surge protection staged surge suppression should be implemented at the service entrance and all other electrical connections to the building telephone CATV etc It should also be implemented at recognized surge generating loads within the building arc welding rigs large motors switched capacitors etc Additionally it should be implemented for sensitive electronic loads computer equipment facsimile machines copy machines solid state motor drives variable frequency drives etc For interconnected electronic loads via data cabling surge pro tection devices should also be utilized to protect the devices on either end of the interconnecting data cables APC manufactures a complete line of surge protection devices for both alternating current AC and direct current DC applications Contact an authorized APC reseller or order directly from APC at www APC com Produ
14. T WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAU TIONS ALL POWER SOURCES TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BE LOCKED OFF BEFORE SERVICING THIS WILL PREVENT THE RISK OF RECEIVING AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK Operation and Features SPD s do not require alot of operator intervention after installation NOTE The PM Series has a green LED for each phase which extinguishes when the module is no longer providing protection fault condition All of the PM series of SPDs contain a diagnostic circuit which monitors the suppressors status continuously and automatically If a fault condition were to occur the built in front panel audible alarm will sound and a red Service LED will light indicating that the unit is in need of service by a qualified technician The audible alarm can be silenced by pressing the Mute Alarm button on the touchpad until a qualified electrician or service person is available to service the unit The red Service LED will continue to be illuminated even though the audible alarm has been silenced This will continue until the fault condition has been cleared Each of the internal surge protection modules have a green LED that lights to signify that the module is on line and functioning properly the N G module does not have an LED In addition to module LED s the front panel also dis plays the status of each internal module by use of diagnostically controlled green LED s This technique ensures that a
15. anel are kept to a minimum Page 5 3 Open the door on the unit by loosening the two screws that secure the door latches in place Slide the top latch upward and rotate it so that it no longer secures the door Slide the bottom latch downward and rotate it so that it no longer secures the door 4 Drill a hole large enough to allow for the installation of the correct sized UL approved conduit with anti short bushings not supplied to accomodate the wiring being installed NOTE In order to keep wiring length and bend radii at a minimum APC recommends that wiring be installed through the left side or bottom of the SPD APC also recommends that the hole be sealed with putty after wiring installation 5 Drill four 4 pilot holes mounting holes in the SPD are 5 16 in diameter to provide for mounting of the SPD 6 Mount the device via the flanges as close as possible to the panel being protected VERIFY THAT ALL POWER WARNING CIRCUITS ARE DE ENERGIZED BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician All wiring must comply with the National Electric Code NEC and applicable local codes 7 Connect the unit to the service panel through the UL approved conduit with anti short bushings The connecting wires should be twisted together or tightly bundled and kept as short as possible to enhance the performance of the SPD Terminal wire size range is 8 AWG to 1 AWG Torq
16. ate it so it no longer secures the door Slide the bottom latch downward and rotate it so that it no longer secures the door Remove the two allen head screws that secure the surge module to the chassis Pull the surge module out of the chassis Note the location and part number of each module removed as this information is not supplied elsewhere in the cabinet NOTE Surge Modules should only be replaced with a new module having the same part number as the removed module Unpack and inspect the replacement surge module for damage If the replacement module is damaged con tact APC Technical Support 7 Align the replacment surge module with the mounting holes in the chassis Install the two allen head screws removed in step 3 and torque to 65 inch pounds 8 Power up the SPD and verify that the green LED is lit and that all alarms have cleared LED Indicator 5 32 Allen Head Screw p 2 places Surge Module Insulator gt Panel gt Backplane 5 32 Allen Head Screw ye 2 places ve 2 Figure 8 Surge Module Removal and Replacement Preventive Maintenance Inspection and Cleaning Inspection of the SPD should be performed periodically to maintain reliable system performance and continued tran sient voltage surge protection While it is difficult to establish a preventive maintenance schedule
17. ct Orientation To decode the Model Number and determine the unit s configuration locate the printed nameplate on the inside of the unit door Note The Serial Number Date of Manufacture and UL 1449 Suppression Voltage Rating SVR are also on the unit identification nameplate The Model Number can be decoded as follows e PM identifies a SurgeArrest Panel Mount The following alpha character indicates the voltage and wiring configuration of the device e Following the alpha character is the number 3 or 4 These numbers identify Surge Current Ratings of 120kA or 160kA per phase respectively e Following the letter designation is optional equipment shown as D Disconnect S Surge Counter Options are detailed later in this manual Page 3 VERIFY THAT ALL POWER WARNING CIRCUITS ARE DE ENERGIZED BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician All wiring must comply with the National Electric Code NEC and applicable local codes Overcurrent Protection The Surge Protection Device SPD draws very little current under normal conditions and will only conduct for a brief duration upon encountering a transient surge voltage APC SPD s contain UL Listed internal fusing to protect against abnormal voltage conditions Note Only use fuses supplied by APC see Replacement Parts list Voltage Rating Prior to mounting the SPD verify that the unit has the correct
18. duit and should be tightly bundled or twisted together to optimize performance of the unit Sharp bends in the conductors are to be avoided Wire Size With a parallel connection the size of the wiring to the SPD is independent of the ampere rating of the circuit to be protected The recommended wire size is based on the unit s transient surge current capabilities 6 AWG is the rec ommended wire size for phase neutral and ground Surge Protection Devices are designed for use on the load side of the service entrance disconnect only Typical Unit Installation Three Phase WYE 4 Wire plus Ground This section provides basic installation instructions for the PM3 and PM4 SPDs Per UL 1449 Paragraph 1 4 SPDs are intended for installation on the load side of the main overcurrent protection Locate the SPD as close as possible to the circuit to be protected to minimize the wire length This will optimize SPD performance Note that these instructions are not intended to supercede local or national codes The installation should be per formed by a licensed electrician To install a PM3 or PM4 SPD refer to Figure 2 and proceed as follows 1 Unpack and inspect the unit for signs of damage If the unit is damaged contact APC Customer Service see Page 17 for the APC Customer Service phone number as well as obtaining service under the Warranty 2 Locate where the unit is to be installed Ensure wire lengths between the SPD and the service p
19. esting the distribution system NOTE A disconnect switch will add length which increases the response time and the clamp voltage To minimize the additional lead length and optimize performance units are available with an optional internal disconnect switch The disconnect switch is not a device that can be added to the unit after purchase It must be ordered with the unit as the mounting cabinet is larger for units having the option If an internal disconnect switch is to be used the location of the SPD and the disconnect switch should be planned out carefully to avoid excessive lead length when wiring the devices O O o Maa E eo o AS dg d B o e Pe fo Oo a OC o o gt lt O EO ol To Disconnect et fs Option e iko Q Y Figure 3 Basic PM3 and PM4 Configuration with Disconnect Switch Option Daughterboard for Optional Surge Counter Shown Page 8 MAINTENANCE OF THIS SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY DURING NORMAL OPERATION HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE UNI
20. false indication does not occur if an LED were to burn out A true hard fault condition can be confirmed by having an audible alarm with the red Service LED lit as well any module LED and front panel status LED extinguished By utilizing all of these built in diagnostic features an operator can more easily determine if a hard fault exists or if a status LED is faulty If power is applied to the SPD and one or more of the module LED s are extinguished and any diagnostic LED on the front panel concurs with any module LED then the faulted module may need to be replaced Use the troubleshooting section of this manual to locate and repair the fault Page 9 Status Panel Controls Indicators and Alarms All indicators and controls are located on the front diagnostic panel Figure 4 of the SDP unit Each phase features a tri color LED indicator Green indicates correct operation Amber indicates reduced protection Red indicates loss of protection If an inoperative condition were to occur the built in audible alarm will sound and the red Service LED will illuminate This indicates that the unit needs evaluation by a qualified electrician or technician Until a qualified person evaluates the unit press the Mute Alarm touchpad to silence the alarm The LED indicator above the Mute Alarm touchpad illuminates when the alarm is deactivated Normal operation occurs with the Mute Alarm LED extinguished The red Service LED will remain illuminated even though t
21. he Audible Alarm has been silenced The Test touchpad tests the red Service LED and the Audible Alarm If LEDs are illuminated in a manner that suggests contradictory information there may be an internal logic problem and the unit needs replacement If none of the LEDs are illuminated the unit may not be installed correctly Please note that the internal storage capacitor for surge counter backup must be energized for about 15 minutes before the count push button will function If a green LED is not illuminated and is suspect of being faulty a qualified electrician or technician may attempt to diagnose the problem by de energizing the unit removing the front cover and exchanging ribbon cable leads with another phase if available Upon reenergizing the SPD the appropriate LED will illuminate if the suspect LED has failed If troubleshooting indicates a failed LED please contact APC Technical Support at 800 800 4APC APC SurgeArrest PM Test Tests the red Service LED and audible alarm www apc com Count Increments the optional surge counter by one O Phase A Reset Resets the optional surge counter Surge Counter Mute Alarm Turns the Alarm off Note that the O Phase B alarm is de activated when the LED is lit O Phase C Phase A B and C Tri color LED status indicators a Green Full protection O Service Amber Partial protection Red No protection J Service LED illuminates for any amber or red indication
22. ht 14 W x 16 H x 6 25 D 35 56 x 40 64 x 16 13 cm Weight Shipping Weight Model Number PMP3 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMP3D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PMP4 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMP4D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PMF3 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMF3D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PMF4 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMF4D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PML4 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMG3D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PMG4 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PMG4D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PMG3 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PML3D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PML3 23 25 Ibs 10 43 11 43 kg PML4D 29 32 Ibs 13 15 14 51 kg PML3S 24 26 Ibs 10 88 11 79 kg PML4DS 30 33 Ibs 13 60 14 96 kg PMG4S 24 26 Ibs 10 88 11 79 kg PMG4DS 30 33 Ibs 13 60 14 96 kg PML4S 24 26 Ibs 10 88 11 79 kg PMF3S 24 26 Ibs 10 88 11 79 kg Page 2 Service Clearance In addition to national and local code requirements 32 inches of service clearance is needed at the front of the SPD Surge Protection Devices are designed for use on the load side of the service entrance disconnect only MAINTENANCE OF THIS SURGE PROTECTION DEVICE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY DURING NORMAL OPERATION HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE UNIT WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL
23. l connections have been made and no hazards exist restore power to the panel breaker or disconnect switch as required If the SPD is installed and functioning properly the green LED indicators on the front panel display will be lit the module LED indicators will be lit and there will be no audible or visual alarms Page 6 8 Use an AC voltmeter to check all voltages to ensure that the proper unit type has been installed for the service rat ing being protected 5 16 Mounting Q Mounting Hole 4 places Flange 2 places e E i if LN al Door Latch a L E 223 2 places hh U go ll Neutral o o g Connector Ground Surge Module Connector without LED Phase A Surge Module with Phase B LED 3 places Phase C Connectors Retaining Screw 2 places Fuse l 3 p aces Not to exact scale Door remove for clarity Phase A Phase B Neutral Ground Phase C Figure 2 Basic PM3 and PM4 Configuration and Wiring Diagram 3 Phase WYE 4 Wire plus Ground Page 7 Disconnect Switch Option All APC modular series SPDs can be equipped with an optional internal disconnect switch Figure 3 The disconnect switch provides a means to de energize the entire suppressor to facilitate servicing of unit s components See Warn ing regarding the Neutral when t
24. nally the company will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any product or component thereof Technical Support and Customer Service United States and Canada 1 800 800 4APC This manual as well as information about the entire APC product line is available on the internet at www apc com Prior to calling APC for technical assistance or ordering parts please have the following information available Model Number of unit Serial Number of unit Manufacture Date Purchase Date Your Order Number Return Shipment Address American Power Conversion Corporation 132 Fairgrounds Road P O Box 278 West Kingston Rhode Island 02892 USA Page 17 Page 18 Blank
25. ue screws to 65 inch pounds The recommended wire size for phase neutral and ground is 6 AWG Connect a wire in conduit to the safety ground bus of the distribution panel and to the ground connection of the SPD as shown in the diagram on the following page and as marked on the unit Proper grounding is essential use a green wire or yellow green striped wire for the ground connection Connect a wire in conduit to the NEUTRAL bus of the panel and to the NEUTRAL connector of the SPD as marked on the unit Use a white wire or mark with a white band for the neutral connection Connect a wire in conduit to each phase HOT feed on the LOAD side of the three pole breaker Be sure the breaker is turned OFF prior to making any connections of any kind If a breaker is not available then it will be nec essary to install or connect to an existing main disconnect switch on the LOAD side Disconnect switches are available from APC as an option and must be specified at the time of purchase the disconnect is not an add on device and may change the size of the enclosure Be sure the disconnect switch is open OFF and the power is secured before making any connections Refer to the diagram on the following page and the markings on the unit when connecting the phase wires For answers to questions about installation call APC s Customer Service Department at 800 800 4APC Always Install the SPD on the LOAD side of the main disconnect After al
26. with failed modules See Figure 5 Troubleshooting Flowchart for assistance Replace bad components with identically rated parts to continue proper operation and safety It is very important that fuses be replaced with the exact fuse specified on the fuse replacement warning label shipped with each unit This label is found on the SPD mounting plane After all failed modules have been replaced prior to returning power inspect the entire SPD for other damaged com ponents and replace as necessary Table 4 lists typical replacement parts Troubleshooting Troubleshooting of an SPD consists of performing the sequence of steps provided in the Troublshooting Flow Chart in Figure 5 Perform the steps in this chart only to the extent necessary to clear the fault Page 11 All Internal Alarm Audible Visual Possible Diagnostics Board Failure Call APC Technical Support 1 800 800 4A PC Red Service Front Panel Apparent END Greer LEDs Problem LED Lit o Lit Correct All Is Power Utility Yes Internal amp All Internal No Service No Feed and e Front Panel Module gt Voltage Correct p gt Verify Green LEDs LEDs on all Power Levels Lit Lit Phases and Operation Possible l Diagnostics WARNING Board SECURE ALL Failure POWER Call APC REMOVE POWER Technical TO THE SPD Support Y Are Modules Shorted
27. www apc com PM3 and PM4 Series Modular Surge Protection Device SPD User s Manual Copyright 2000 American Power Conversion Corporation 132 Fairgrounds Road P O Box 278 West Kingston Rhode Island 02892 USA 990 0524 10 00 SurgeArrest PM Series INTRODUCTION wail eee o REO bb dai 1 NS NN 1 A SR 1 UNPACKING AND PRELIMINARY INSPECTION 0000 ccccececcceccesccesceseeeeceseeeeceseeeeecaeeseecaeentecaeenaeeaees 1 Unpacking amp Preliminary Inspeciton ni eee ceeecescceseeceneeceeceesceeeecesaeceneeceueesaeceaceceeeesaeceeeeceeeesaecentees 1 MIO A seo aoe eae evince 1 LOCATION CONSIDERA TIONS vt eninge r aeee e deere terran ees oeei 2 NS sauces NN 2 AUUGIDIE NOLS 255553 dee eee 2 Mounting and Cabinet Data isc siccecivs Seb iren a duped aves ies 2 Service Clearance iii aaa lia dins des do 3 Equipment Performan es nia esc 3 Product Orienta tired ld 3 NACI des eceatwcs devon ceo E E E E T ei ETT 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS cocaina a 4 Overcurrent Protect Om iio 4 Voltage Rai tl TTE E EE 4 MS Sie sesso oid AO 4 System Gondi T ria NN 4 Parallel Connect a E A RTE 5 DATE AOS VA AEE AAE E E E und doecedvasaaeseasebeas 5 PM SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 000 cccccccccccesesseceecesececeseeeceseeeeceseeceesaeeaeecaeceaeceesaeeaees 5 Typical Unit Installation Three Phase WYE 4 Wire plus Ground oooooconocononcccocnconnnnoncconononnncnnncnno 5 Disconnect SWIHCROPtON sesser eiretie E eE a E ese E N EEEE NNE 8 OPERATION
28. ys be verified before energizing the SPD Failure to follow these guidelines can lead to abnormally high voltage being applied to the SPD This may cause the SPD to prematurely fail or significantly shorten the effective life The warranty does not cover an incorrectly installed device TESTING Any factory or on site testing that exceeds the normal operating voltage such as high potential insulation testing or any other tests where the suppression components will be subjected to voltages higher than their rated turn on volt age must be run with the suppressor disconnected from the power source For 4 wire TVSS devices the neutral con nection at the TVSS must also be disconnected prior to performing high potential testing and then reconnected upon completion of the test Failure to disconnect this surge suppression device and its associated suppression components during elevated volt age testing will result in damage to the suppression components and or other electronic components Unpacking amp Preliminary Inspection e Inspect the entire shipping container for damage or signs of mishandling before unpacking the unit e Remove the cardboard packing and further inspect the unit for any obvious shipping damages e Ifdamage found is a result of shipping or handling immediately file a claim with the shipping company and forward a copy to APC Storage The unit should be stored in a clean dry environment Storage temperature is 40 C 40
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